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http://www.sportfishingreport.comSPRINGVILLE, CA -- The Angora Fire was discovered Sunday September 8th burning in the Golden Trout Wilderness in Sequoia National Forest. The fire grew to 134 acres and is now contained. All trails that were closed due to the Angora Fire are now reopened to backcountry travelers.
Trail 33E14, the Willow Meadow cutoff trail, remains closed from the Fish Fire.
Travelers need to stay on the trails near the Angora and Fish Fires for their safety. There are still hot spots smoldering in the burned area; fire weakened trees may fall and debris may become dislodged because of the burnt vegetation.
Backcountry travelers planning a trip into the Golden Trout Wilderness should contact the Western Divide Ranger District (559) 539-2607 Monday through Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm for latest fire and trail closure information prior to travel.
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Pictured Above: From left, Firehole Ranch guest services manager Alicia White, general manager Rob Batchelder and owner Lynda Caine stand......
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Conservationists applaud legislation to let Gulf states manage red snapper Washington, D.C. - September 12, 2013 - A bipartisan coalition led by Rep. Jeff Miller (R-Fla.) and Rep. Cedric Richmond (D-La.) introduced legislation today that charts a new course for management of Gulf red snapper, an important commercial and recreational fishery that has been plagued by controversy. Joining Miller and Richmond as original co-sponsors of the Gulf of Mexico Red Snapper Conservation Act were Reps. Charles Boustany (R-La.); Jeff Duncan......
